Chartered Engineering Expertise
Every project is guided by engineering experience across residential, commercial and government buildings. That means technical decisions come first.
RESIDENTIAL SOLAR CANBERRA
Solar Designed Around Your Home. Not a Sales Target.
Solar isn't a one-size-fits-all product. Your roof, energy use, budget and future plans all affect what makes sense.
At Decarby, every project is backed by engineering expertise. We take the time to understand how you use energy, explain your options clearly and design a system that works for your home now and into the future.
No jargon. No pressure. Just practical advice from a local Canberra team.
Let's Talk About Your Home
Tell us a little about what you're looking for and our team will get in touch.
Established. Trusted. Certified.
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New Energy Tech Consumer Code
Recognised under the New Energy Tech Consumer Code for transparent, fair and reliable service.
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Chartered Engineering Expertise
Solutions overseen by a Chartered Building Services Engineer.
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Solar Accreditation Australia
Qualified to design and install solar and battery systems.
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9+ Years Installation Experience
Decarby's installers bring more than nine years of proven experience.
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Brighte Partner
Access to an ACT Government-supported low-interest loan through Brighte.
WHY DECARBY?
Engineers and Installers Who Listen.
There are plenty of ways to put solar panels on a roof. The harder part is working out what system actually makes sense for the home underneath them.
We're not driven by sales targets or cookie-cutter quotes. We look at what you're trying to achieve, explain the options and recommend a system that suits your property and energy goals.
Tailored to Your Home
We design customised solutions and staging plans around the property rather than trying to fit every household into the same package.
Experienced Installers
Our accredited installation team brings years of practical experience, with a focus on safe, efficient installation and quality workmanship.
Customer-Centred, Not Sales-Driven
We'd rather explain why something does or doesn't make sense for your home than push equipment you don't need.
SOLAR FOR CANBERRA HOMES
Start With the Right Solar System.
For many Canberra homes, solar can provide a significant portion of the electricity used across the household. But how well a system performs depends on more than the number of panels on your roof.
System size, available roof space and the way your household uses electricity all matter. We work through those factors with you and design a system around your actual needs.
If battery storage, an EV or further electrification is something you may consider later, we can also account for that from the beginning. The aim is to avoid locking you into a system that limits your options down the track.
Your system can be planned around:
- Your household energy use
- Available roof space
- Solar system sizing
- Battery storage
- Future EV charging
- Heat pump hot water
- Future home electrification
MAKE MORE USE OF YOUR SOLAR
Use Your Solar Energy When You Actually Need It.
Solar generation and household energy use don't always happen at the same time.
Most solar generation happens during the day, while household demand often increases in the morning and evening. A battery can store surplus solar generation and make that energy available later instead of sending all of it back to the grid.
But bigger isn't automatically better.
Battery size should be matched to how your household actually uses energy, your existing solar system and what you may need in the future. That's why we look at the system as a whole before recommending a solution.
- Use more of the solar energy you generate
- Reduce evening grid usage
- Reduce exposure to peak electricity rates
- Prepare for increased demand from EVs and electric appliances
- Add backup capability when the system is designed for it
ACT REBATES & FINANCE
There May Be Support Available for Your Upgrade.
Eligible ACT homeowners may be able to access support for solar, batteries, EV chargers and other eligible household upgrades through available incentive and finance programs.
Decarby is partnered with Brighte, providing access to an ACT Government-supported low-interest loan. The website also references the Sustainable Household Scheme, federal battery rebates and STCs as potential ways eligible households can reduce upfront costs.
The important part is understanding what applies to your particular setup.
We'll walk you through the options relevant to your project and help with the paperwork where applicable.
Not sure where to start?
That's fine. Tell us what you're considering and we'll talk through your options.
Eligibility, available incentives and finance options depend on the applicable program and individual circumstances.
OUR APPROACH
Start With the Home, Then Design the System.
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Understand
We start by understanding your home, how you use energy and what you're trying to achieve.
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Assess
We consider the property, your current energy requirements and what you may want to add in the future.
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Explain
We walk you through the options clearly, without unnecessary jargon or pressure.
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Install & Support
Our installation team delivers the system with a focus on safety, quality and attention to detail, with support beyond installation.
Not Sure What System You Need?
You don't need to have the answer before you call us.
Tell us about your home, your electricity use and what you're hoping to achieve. We'll help you work through what makes sense whether that's solar now, solar and battery together, or a system designed so you can add more later.
Practical advice. No sales pressure.
OUR WORK
Installed by Our Team. Here in Canberra.
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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
We're Not Salespeople. We're Engineers and Installers Who Listen.
You shouldn't need to become a solar expert just to make a sensible decision about your home.
Our job is to understand what you're trying to achieve, explain the options clearly and recommend something we'd be comfortable installing in our own homes.
No cookie-cutter quotes. No pressure tactics. Just practical advice backed by engineering and installation experience.
Meet the people behind the advice
Bilal Babadagi
Director & Chartered Building Services Engineer, CPEng, NER
Bilal brings consulting engineering experience and oversees the technical standard and quality behind Decarby's projects.
Uygar Elma
Director & Licensed Electrician
Uygar oversees system design, installation, safety and onsite quality, with hands-on experience across residential and commercial solar projects in NSW and the ACT.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
Trusted by Customers in Canberra
From start to finish, i could not speak highly enough of Bilal, Nana and the Decarby install team.
After moving into my new place and looking to get solar and a battery installed, i received an overwhelming amount of quotes with every other company quoting the most expensive systems and with the intention to make my house look like a solar farm - rather than quoting based on what would be appropriate for my actual needs.
The Decarby team were the only company to actually come out to visit me, where Bilal and Nana were able to sit down with me, get an understanding of what i needed and were able to clearly explain the pro's and cons of the different systems. They made recommendations and truly helped me understand the benefit of what i was purchasing while also giving me time to make an educated decison and answering any follow up questions without any sales pressure.
Install was very quick from start to finish, Bilal and Nana came out just before the christmas holidays and once i decided to proceed, the battery / solar was ordered and with installation finished by the end of January. Decarby has their own internal install team, rather than contractors they were able to control the process and clearly provide me with exact times and clear communications.
Seriously a big shoutout is deserved to the installation team! These guys were extremely punctual, respectful and pushed out the install on one of the hottest days to make sure it was done. They removed all rubish and even asked to take their shoes off in the house - definitely a first for me!
Both myself and my wife are beyond happy with our new system and have had such a positive experience with the Decarby team from start - finish as well as after support.
I truly appreciate you guys and wish you all the success for the future!
Had a 12.3kW solar system and 32kWh battery installed by Decarby Solar at a very competitive price. The installation was quick and the team were easy to work with. We did hit a couple of issues along the way, including unexpected asbestos removal needed around the old switchboard, but they resolved everything promptly and gave us a fair deal on the additional costs. We also had other work happening at the house at the same time, and they were great at coordinating around our other contractors. Really happy with the overall experience - would recommend.
Decarby Solar were one of three tenderers invited to put proposals to install a Solar Battery in my home. This was the first time I came across Decarby and their team.
I was impressed by their team's professionalism and their down-to-earth no nonsense practical, logical and easy to understand the issues involved in installing a battery to a solar system. They inspected the site and evaluated all aspects of the proposal.
Their proposal was accepted, and they delivered on time and on budget.
I have no hesitation in recommending Decarby Solar for Solar.
installations. They are a very competent and friendly team.
Wagdy Hanna
FRAIA, Retired Architect.
I wanted to take a moment to share some positive feedback regarding the Decarby Solar initiative.
Since implementing this solution, I've seen a significant level of savings, which is a great outcome for the business. It's clear that a lot of effort and expertise has gone into making this successful.
Please pass on my thanks to the entire team involved. Their work is making a meaningful impact, and it’s genuinely appreciated.
Looking forward to continuing the great progress.
PRODUCTS WE WORK WITH
Quality Equipment From Established Brands
The best system isn't simply the one with the most expensive components. The equipment needs to suit the system being designed.
Decarby works with established solar, inverter and battery manufacturers and selects products with a focus on performance, safety and long-term reliability.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
For many Canberra homes, yes. It depends on system size, available roof space and how your household uses electricity. We design around those factors and can also consider battery storage where it makes sense.
Not necessarily. Whether a battery makes sense depends on your energy use, priorities and future plans. Some households start with solar and add storage later. We can design the system with that possibility in mind.
Yes. Many households start with solar and add a battery later when it makes financial or practical sense. Planning the system properly from the start can help avoid limiting your options later.
Decarby's website states that eligible homeowners may be able to access low-interest loans through the ACT Sustainable Household Scheme, alongside applicable federal battery rebates and STCs. Decarby can help explain what applies to your setup and assist with the paperwork.
Decarby advises that solar panels typically last around 25–30 years, with many quality panels carrying 25-year performance warranties and continuing to generate electricity beyond that period.
We're a Canberra-based team of engineers, specialists and installers. We don't believe in cookie-cutter quotes or pressure tactics. We take the time to understand what you're trying to achieve and explain the options clearly.
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LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR HOME
Ready to Work Out What Makes Sense?
Whether you're looking at solar, battery storage, available rebates or planning a more fully electric home, start with a conversation.
Tell us about your property and what you're trying to achieve. We'll help you understand the options and work out the next sensible step.
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